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Chair, Armchair, 18th century

This is a chair. It was made by Unknown. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 2019. Its medium is hardwood (mahogany or primavera); modern upholstery. It is a part of the department.

It is credited Museum purchase from Decorative Arts Association Acquisition Fund.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 101.6 × 73.7 × 61 cm (40 × 29 × 24 in.)

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Chair, Armchair, 18th century; Made by Unknown; hardwood (mahogany or primavera); modern upholstery; H x W x D: 101.6 × 73.7 × 61 cm (40 × 29 × 24 in.); Museum purchase from Decorative Arts Association Acquisition Fund; 2019-13-1

This object was previously on display as a part of the exhibition Foreign Exchange.

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